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Doom

Doom is the original first-person shooting release that started the iconic demon-slaying franchise. Players step into the shoes of the imposing Doomguy as he navigates multiple areas on Mars in an attempt to cull the demonic threat and keep humans safe.

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Doom (1993)

Franchise
DOOM
Platform(s)
PS4 , Xbox One , Switch , PC , Stadia , PS3 , Xbox 360 , Xbox (Original) , PS1 , Sega Saturn , Super Nintendo Entertainment System , Android , iOS
Released
December 10, 1993
Developer(s)
id Software
Publisher(s)
id Software
Genre(s)
First-Person Shooter
Engine
Doom engine
ESRB
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Strong Language

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